Friday, December 11, 2009

FLOAT or LOCK? Phoenix Home Mortgage Interest Rate Update and Recommendation - Dec 11th, 2009


Current Pricing of FNMA 30 Year 4.5% Bond: $101.09
-22 bps (Prior Close – $101.31)

Market Update: Mortgage Backed Security (MBS) pricing is lower today from yesterday's close. For a consumer, this translates into an upfront fee increase equivalent to .25% of the loan amount in order to obtain the same rate available on yesterday for a home loan. A decrease in bond prices causes home loan rates and/or fees to increase.

The market had significant deterioration this week. Treasury auctions are flooding the market with supply, so we are taking a locking approach to all new transactions.

Economic News: Retail Sales came in much higher than expected.

Recommendation: FLOAT

The decision to float or lock your interest rate can save, or cost, you thousands of dollars over the life of your new mortgage. Our recommendation won't apply in all situations, so if you have questions please contact us for clarification. Also, if you're considering purchasing or refinancing and you would like us to arrange your financing please contact The Krushinsky Team at 602-695-7575 or email david.krushinsky@wjbradley.com.

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